Apprentice Electrician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Apprentice Electrician
Job Description

The Apprentice Electrician will assist in the installation, maintenance, and repair of low voltage electrical systems. This role is perfect for individuals pursuing a career in electrical work, with a focus on systems such as data cabling, security, fire alarms, and building automation.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the installation, maintenance, and repair of low voltage electrical systems.
• Work with data cabling, security, fire alarms, and building automation systems.
• Understand wiring schematics and read blueprints.
• Work in commercial construction environments such as schools, hospitals, or office buildings.
• Handle EMT conduit ranging from 1/2 inch to 1 inch.
• Apply electrical theory and work with systems operating at 120 - 480 volts.
• Engage in troubleshooting and wiring tasks, including bending and running conduit.
• Pull wire and cable, and work on panel wiring and switchgear.

Essential Skills

• 3+ years of experience understanding wiring schematics and reading blueprints.
• 3+ years of experience in commercial construction environments.
• 3+ years of experience working with EMT conduit.
• Understanding of electrical theory and experience with low voltage systems.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Apprentice Electrician certification.

Why Work Here

Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes a cell phone stipend, company-paid health, dental, life, and AD&D insurance, as well as short and long-term disability insurance. Benefit from a Health Savings Account with employer contributions, voluntary life and vision insurance, and a 401(K) retirement and profit-sharing plan. Experience a healthy work-life balance with paid vacation and holidays.

Work Environment

Work on the first shift from 7am to 3:30pm, totaling 40 hours a week with limited overtime. Weekend work is generally avoided, ensuring a balanced schedule. Travel is limited to jobs within 60 miles of the office in Grand Rapids or Kalamazoo, MI. Apprentices are expected to drive their own vehicle to projects, with mileage reimbursement provided for trips over 60 miles. Indoor work comprises approximately 90% of tasks, providing a consistent and comfortable working environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Kalamazoo, Michigan.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $23.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Kalamazoo,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 12, 2025.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.